Overview
The Bhutan Motorcycle Expedition takes you along winding asphalt roads and across high mountain passes over 3,000 meters high.
It features breathtaking views of the Himalayas and includes a private support truck and a dedicated mechanic following close behind for absolute safety.
Trip Highlights
- A private support truck and dedicated mechanic following the group.
- Riding the river highway into Thimphu, the capital without traffic lights.
- The climb over Dochula Pass (3,100m) past the 108 memorial chortens.
- Backroads past emerald rice fields to the base of Punakha Dzong.
- Pele La Pass into the Phobjikha Valley and off-road dirt tracks by the marshlands.
- Tiger’s Nest on foot and an evening hot stone bath to recover.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Paro. Meet your technical support team, pick up your bike, and complete a short test ride around the flat valley floor to get comfortable with the controls and altitude.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Paro
Ride from Paro to Thimphu along winding roads that follow the river. Spend the afternoon navigating the capital’s streets — the world’s only capital city without traffic lights.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Thimphu
Ride up the steep, winding highway to Dochula Pass, carving through the 108 memorial chortens before dropping down into the warm Punakha valley backroads.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Punakha
Ride along the quiet backroads of the Punakha valley, cruising past emerald rice fields and stopping right at the base of the massive Punakha Dzong.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Punakha
Ride east along the highway, climbing up through deep gorges and oak forests before crossing Pele La Pass to drop into the wide Phobjikha Valley.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Phobjikha
Spend the morning exploring Phobjikha’s unpaved valley tracks, testing your skills on soft dirt and gravel paths with views of the open marshlands.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Phobjikha
Embark on an epic 6-hour return ride back west over the mountain passes, returning to Paro Valley for a well-deserved rest. Check into your heritage resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Paro
Leave the bikes at the hotel and hike up to Tiger’s Nest Monastery on foot to stretch your legs. Reward your muscles with an evening hot stone bath.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Paro
Return the bikes and transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
What’s Included
- Private Transport & Guide: All ground transportation in a private vehicle with an English-speaking licensed guide.
- Accommodation: Twin/double-sharing rooms in 3-star tourist-standard hotels.
- Meals: All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) as per itinerary.
- Sustainable Development Fee: The daily SDF is included.
- Hydration: Bottled water during transfers and sightseeing.
- Government Dues: Government royalty and applicable taxes.
What’s Not Included
- Airfare: International/regional airfare to and from Paro.
- Visa Fee: Bhutan visa processing fee (arranged in advance by Gu-Mar as part of permit clearance).
- Personal Expenses: Laundry, telephone, beverages and tips.
- Insurance: Travel insurance.
- Pony Hire: Pony hire for the Tiger’s Nest hike (optional, paid on-site).
- Other Services: Any services not mentioned under Inclusions.
Good to Know
- Licensed Operator: All non-Indian, non-Bangladeshi and non-Maldivian nationals must travel through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator such as Gu-Mar; we process visa clearance and the SDF on your behalf before arrival.
- Hotel Upgrades: Hotel categories can be upgraded to 4-star or boutique/heritage properties under our Deluxe or Luxurious collections.
- Flexible Sequencing: Itinerary sequencing may shift slightly depending on flight timings, road conditions or festival dates — your guide will confirm the final day-by-day plan on arrival.